By the Numbers: Which Club Has the Best UCL Record in the Last Decade?

The UEFA Champions League (UCL) is the pinnacle of European club football, where the continent’s elite battle for glory. Over the past decade (2013-14 to 2022-23), several clubs have dominated the competition, but which team holds the best statistical record? We break it down by trophies, win rates, and consistency to crown the most successful club of the last 10 years.

Trophies Won

The most straightforward metric is outright success: Who has won the most UCL titles in the last decade?

• Real Madrid (4 titles): 2013-14, 2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18
• Bayern Munich (2 titles): 2012-13 (just outside our decade but included for context), 2019-20
• Barcelona (1 title): 2014-15
• Liverpool (1 title): 2018-19
• Chelsea (1 title): 2020-21
• Manchester City (1 title): 2022-23

Leader: Real Madrid, with more than double any other club’s tally, remain the undisputed kings of the Champions League.

Win Rate & Consistency

Success isn’t just about trophies—it’s also about sustained excellence. Here’s how the top clubs stack up in terms of matches won, knockout appearances, and overall consistency:

Key Takeaways:

• Bayern Munich has the highest win rate (67%), but Real Madrid’s consistency in reaching deep stages (8 semi-finals) sets them apart.
• Manchester City has surged in the latter half of the decade, with the second-highest win rate and back-to-back finals in 2021 and 2023.
• Barcelona and Liverpool have been strong but less dominant in terms of silverware.

Goal Difference & Dominance

A club’s ability to dominate opponents is another key metric. Here are the top performers in terms of goal difference over the last decade:

• Real Madrid: +157 (Scored 274, Conceded 117)
• Bayern Monaco: +149 (Scored 259, Conceded 110)
• Manchester City: +112 (Scored 196, Conceded 84)

Again, Real Madrid leads, though Bayern’s defensive numbers are slightly better.

Final Verdict: Who is the Best?

• Most trophies? Real Madrid (4).
• Highest win rate? Bayern Munich (67%).
• Most finals reached? Real Madrid (5).
• Best all-around record? Real Madrid.

While Bayern Munich and Manchester City have higher win percentages, no club matches Real Madrid’s sustained dominance. Their four titles, five finals, and consistent deep runs make them the best UCL club of the last decade.

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